BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Nov 10-13
Your guide to the best things to do in Bangkok this weekend.
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Thursday (Nov 10)
ART: Photo Festival
Artist Rapat Bunduwanich presents an unorthodox exhibition of eerie installations like empty neon-lit rooms, empty photo frames, empty canvases and blank sheets getting dripped on with water in a show that encourages the audience to actively question what they are witnessing.
Through Nov 30. NACC, 37 Soi Nana, Charoenkrung Rd.
ART: Junked
Artist François Langella's exhibition involves objects picked from old, abandoned buildings that have been restored and crafted into part of an installment that explores themes around creation, production and destruction.
Through Dec 1. Speedy Grandma, Charoenkrung Soi 28
SPECIAL SCREENINGS: The True Cost
The creative space screens a hard-hitting documentary capturing the truth behind the global fashion industry and its disastrous impact on the environment, labor laws, and mass consumerism. Popcorn, drinks and cushions will be provided. Tickets are B160.
Nov 10. The Home BKK, 120/18 Sukhumvit Soi 23
SPECIAL SCREENINGS: Where to Invade Next
As part of their documentary film screening series, the craft beeer bar presents director Michael Moore's 2016 documentary in which he visits various countries around Europe to learn about their education system, health care, social equality and other topics in an attempt to discover just how much America differs from the rest of the world.
Nov 10. I Hate Pigeons, 34/2 Sathorn Soi 1 (Sribumphen)
Friday (Nov 11)
GIGS: Kicks Fest 2
This mini music festival features international bands Valley of Chrome (Philippines) and James and the Van Der Beeks (Vietnam) supported by Bangkok locals Falling in Between, Cursed Habit and Spitting Dicks. Tattoo studios BKK Ink and Hidden Hand will also be present, along with plenty of food trucks.
Nov 11. Soy Sauce Bar, 11/1 Charoenkrung Soi 24
MARKETS: Artbox Chatuchak
Arguably the city’s most popular pop-up market returns to a brand new venue, this time a little further from the city center. Expect some 100 trendy food stalls, over 150 stalls selling clothes at affordable prices, 20 stalls selling home decor and 50 stalls selling DIY and handmade products.
Fri-Sun, through Apr 2017. Chatuchak Park, 3 Kamphaeng Phet Rd. MRT Kamphaeng Phet
Saturday (Nov 12)
NIGHTLIFE: Kontraband ft. Ivy Lab
The DJ trio from north London, who were named among Mixmag's top 10 DJs of 2015, are supported by Bangkok's DeLorean, Azek and Will.
Nov 12. Dark Bar x Light Room, Ekkamai Soi 10
NIGHTLIFE: Retox Sessions Presents Solomun & Andre Hommen
Mixmag's DJ of the Year in 2012 teams up with the German DJ known for the track "No Difference" at Asok's underground nightclub. Supported by Sunju Hargun.
Nov 12. Glow, 96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 086-614-3355.
ART: Burning Love
Photographer Ram Kanjanavanit presents images capturing the daily lives of a young couple's relationship in a series that combines minimal composition with a color running method.
Nov 12-Dec 28. Kathmandu Photo Gallery, 87 Pan Rd.
SALES: Neilson Hays Book Sale
The popular book sale returns to the library for one weekend, offering quality English books in all genres and a sizable collection of classic and contemporary leather-bound books, all at bargain prices that start from just B20. All proceeds will go towards the library's renovation and restoration plans.
Nov 12-13. Neilson Hays Library, 195 Surawong Rd.
Sunday (Nov 13)
NIGHTLIFE: Glow Sundaze w/ Boris Rubin
A night of deep house tunes covering the funky, jazzy and soulful spectrum with the Bangkok-based German DJ. Entry is free.
Nov 13. Glow, Sukhumvit Soi 23
ART: Project Our Beloved King
In remembranceo of HM the King Bhumibol Adulyadej, nine Thai artists have been posting a portrait of the King at 9am for nine consecutive days on social media. Along the way, several artists have joined in on the project. Now, their works will be collated into one exhibition in memory of his majesty alongside a series of art workshops, silent auctions for the paintings and live music.
Nov 13-30. The Jam Factory, Charoen Nakorn Rd.
WORKSHOP: Classic British Baking Workshop
Learn to make two favourite British dishes, crumpets with jam and jaffa cake, at this pastry workshop led by Davina Pickering, a British baker who has more than 20 years experience in the kitchen. Price is B2,600 per person including baking kits.
Nov 13. The Commons, Thonglor Soi 17
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